The Importance Of Army Values

Decisions are made based off of the personal values that each individual holds. These values are learned through life experiences from the time we are young till the day we die. Values create who were are and who become in the future. Understanding what your values are and why is it is important to apply them to everyday decision making impacts the relationships between you and others.
The top three values exercised in my life include integrity, selfless service and respect in that exact order. These same values are shared within the Army standard and can very much be applied in the social work profession. Integrity is most important to me because it can truly build strong relationships to last a lifetime. The Army defines integrity as “doing what’s right, legally and morally. The more choices you make based on integrity, the more this highly prized value will affect your relationships with family and friends, and, finally, the fundamental acceptance of yourself:” (Army Values, 2018). Integrity is required for the foundation of each and every relationship. This value will very much be respected by others even when the truth is hard to hear. …show more content…
In the Army it is to do your duty loyally without the thought of recognition or gain” (Army Values, 2018). I am a firm believer in serving others. This is what I do for a living but even outside of the Army I do my best to be helpful without acknowledgement or personal gain. In the end and in most cases what you do for others, others will do for you. Spreading good in this world will make a positive work environment. Positivity is very contagious and will spread quickly with those you deal